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The City of Malibu has ordered the operator of the Malibu Farmers Market to immediately cease operations at Legacy Park, citing unresolved public safety and permitting concerns after months of trying to find a compliant path forward for the market. The city said it worked extensively with the market operator
Santa Monica City Council has held multiple special meetings this year to rescind or fix flawed ordinances, including a rent control charter amendment that violated property law.
Five Los Angeles County hospitals will train ER doctors to place patients on 5150 psychiatric holds under a new pilot program, freeing up county crisis teams to respond faster to community emergencies.
Los Angeles Superior Court launches expanded CourtHelp tool for traffic tickets. Look up citations, make payments, and request traffic school online starting Aug. 17, 2026.
Santa Monica College placed on enhanced monitoring by accrediting commission due to structural deficit, enrollment decline, and unfunded liabilities totaling millions.
California's SB 54 plastic reduction law aims to cut non-recyclable packaging 25% by 2032, but industry studies estimate consumers could pay $683-$948 annually, three times the state's $190 projection.
American Red Cross awards grant to Malibu Community Long Term Recovery Group to expand disaster services for Palisades Fire survivors in Malibu, Topanga, and Pacific Palisades.
Santa Monica's Route 66 Song Contest offers $10,000 to songwriters with original songs celebrating the historic highway. Deadline: September 13.
Santa Monica and Malibu events guide: Butterfly Brawl boxing at the pier, Main St. Sunday Funday, Montana Ave. Dog Daze, Tongva Park concerts, and dining specials through Aug. 28.
Conrad Kurth founded Cyclone Pods in Santa Monica in 2018 to offer nicotine-free vapes and caffeine pouches, testing products through accredited labs to verify zero nicotine content.
Santa Monica students use summer jobs in retail, food service, and coaching to build career experience while earning income. Learn how seasonal work serves as a stepping stone.
Santa Monica police urge drivers to slow down as students return to school this week. Follow speed limits, avoid distractions, and watch for pedestrians near campuses.
Back-to-school spending projected to hit $43.3 billion in 2026, but parents are cutting costs due to inflation. K-12 families spending $557 per child on average.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath introduced a motion to study creating an Office of Gender Equity to coordinate gender equity efforts across county departments.
Public trust in LA County Superior Court rose to 67% in 2026, up from 64% in 2025, with gains in transparency, innovation, and civil rights protection.
Malibu City Council unanimously declared a local emergency on Aug. 10 to expedite homeless encampment removals as live fuel moisture drops below 65% in fire season.
Preoccupied LA is an Instagram-based book club in Santa Monica that hosts monthly walking events with authors across Los Angeles. Founded by Samantha Dockser and Morgan Messing, the community has grown to 7,000+ followers.
